The document discusses learning disabilities and challenges the myth that those with disabilities are less intelligent. It notes that learning disabilities are neurological differences, not indications of intelligence, and outlines some challenges those with disabilities may face, like difficulties with reading, writing, spelling, recalling information. It provides examples of famous people who succeeded despite being told they were "slow" or "stupid" due to undiagnosed disabilities as children.

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20. Tommy Hilfiger , Fashion Designer "I performed poorly at school, when I attended, that is, and was perceived as stupid because of my dyslexia. I still have trouble reading. I have to concentrate very hard at going left to right, left to right, otherwise my eye just wanders to the bottom of the page." He was the class clown because "I didn’t want anyone to know that I didn’t get it."